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Bird Island Lodge

Hotel, Mahe, Seychelles

Bird Island

The main building

Sooty Terns

Turtle Hatchlings

Interior of one of our comfortable chalets

Fairy Tern

Sooty Terns

Description

A 30 minute flight from the main Seychelles island of Mahé by light aircraft gives the first stunning impressions of this 170 acre coral cay. The east and south sides are surrounded by a protective barrier reef which is home to many varieties of colourful tropical fish and the rest is an open beach which offers superb safe swimming...... -|- ..... 24 simple but very comfortable individual chalets nestle amongst what remains of the island's old coconut plantation. Each has a king-sized bed, large shower room and separate toilet, lounge corner and spacious patio overlooking the gardens to the sea beyond. Each chalet will accommodate a third adult and child or two extra children...... -|- ...... From May to October, part of the island is home to over a million nesting sooty terns and with a year-round population of at least 20 other bird species it is an ornithologist's heaven. Bird Island is also an important nesting site for turtles and boasts the world's largest land tortoise, Esmeralda...... -|- ...... Bird Island has for many years been involved in various conservation projects and has won many awards for its efforts. It is hailed as a true ecotourism destination where the balance between nature and tourism has been successfully upheld for over 30 years...... -|- ...... Located on the edge of the Seychelles Bank, Bird Island offers excellent dolphin watching, big-game fishing and bottom-fishing excursions ...... -|- ...... Bird Island Lodge offers a unique blend of hospitality, relaxation and simplicity in a natural environment.

Amenities

Restaurant, Bar

24 Rooms, 24 Ensuite, 60 Guests

Nearest Transport Links

International Airport: Mahé (30 mins flight)

Local Airport: own airstrip

Activities

Fishing, Nature Trails, Beaches, Canoeing, Kayaking, Bird Watching, Walking

Internet

Type: Dial Up

Facilities: Public Areas

Green Credentials

Alternative Energy Resources: Solar Panels

Dietary Selections: Vegan, Vegetarian

We take actions to: conserve water, reduce oil/gas carbon emissions, compost waste food, recycle wherever possible, source food locally, offer local employment, instruct staff in green practices, conserve/care for wildlife in our area, Named by the BBC Wildlife Magazine (dec 06) as the 7th best destinationin the world to travel to in 2007 for 'real' ecotourism. Responsible Travel Award -Highly Commended for Best Hotel category in 2005. Resident Conservation officer employed on the island.

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From: 375.00 per night per room

Currency: Euro Member Countries, Euro Currency Converter

Seasonal Variations: No

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